Denney actually began his run back in September of 2005 when he beat out Ed Perry for the long snapper position.

“It’s an honor,” said the 38-year-old. “But really, it’s another game. It’s been one at a time for my whole career and it just happened to be a round number this week.”

Special teams coordinator Darren Rizzi said Denney’s longevity is a byproduct of his work ethic, pointing out he’s often at the facility when Miami’s coaches are there, and that process usually begins a week after the season ends.

“John does a phenomenal job of keeping in outstanding shape,” Rizzi said. “This is not a knock on the rest of the long snappers in the league, but some of those guys aren’t in the best condition in the world.”